Portugal drops Covid-19 travel rules

  • 14 July, 22

Visit Portugal said that all incoming travellers are no longer required to present a vaccination, recovery, or test certificate upon their arrival.

“As of July 1, 2022, passengers entering national territory are no longer required to present proof of carrying out a test to screen for SARS-CoV-2 infection with a negative result or to present a COVID-EU digital certificate or vaccination or recovery certificate issued by third countries, accepted or recognized in Portugal,” the statement of Visit Portugal reads.

This means that even those who have not been vaccinated or recovered from the virus as well as those who have not undergone Coronavirus testing, can now enter Portugal for all kinds of purposes without having to meet any COVID-related rules.

According to Visit Portugal, the requirement to wear a face mask will remain mandatory in mainland Portugal when accessing public transport, taxis, and other means of transportation. Moreover, the requirement to wear a face mask also remains mandatory for those entering nursing homes and other health facilities.

Apart from Portugal, another 24 European Union/European Economic Area countries have also dropped all of their COVID-19 entry restrictions.

Cre: Schengenvisainfo

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